Have you been waiting a long time for your Green Card, Visa, Removal Hearing, or any other immigration application? At any given time there are millions of immigrants waiting, sometimes for months or often years, to get into the United States. If you are already in the US, it can feel like forever while you are waiting to hear from Immigration.
Hanukkah is an 8 day celebration on the lasting eight days from the 25th day of Kislev. Kislev is a month which occurs in November–December on the Gregorian calendar and is sometimes known as the month of dreams.
The USA has long been considered a safe haven for those escaping war, crime, persecution, or poverty. In 2023 we have seen war ongoing in the Ukraine, and now horrible images coming out of Israel. Carrying on its tradition of opening the US to those in need, the immigration system has opened new channels for individuals in these areas to find safe haven in the US. If you are in the Ukraine, Israel or Venezuela, there are new avenues open for you to come into the US.
When Haitians in the United States were given Temporary Protected Status (TPS) in 2011, it benefited 100,000 to 200,000 immigrants affected by the earthquake. This policy was humane and resulted in much needed relief for many people. While TPS is NOT a green card, it can be a way to eventually become a permanent resident in the United States in certain cases, and is a good option for those whose home countries are in crisis.
There is a lot of fear about crossing through the United States border these days. Many people are afraid of being detained, having their phones searched or taken, and not making it in – or out – of the US. During times like these, the best thing you can do is know your rights. Information is the best way to prepare yourself, and smooth out as many difficulties as possible BEFORE you get to the border. With a little knowledge you can save yourself anxiety, and be prepared if there are any issues. Below are some of your basic rights at the…